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What the Jewish People Can Learn from Bad Bunny
February 11, 2026
It was a masterclass in moral confidence. He met a moment of anger with dignity, and a moment of division with cultural self-assurance. He reminded America who Latinos are, without begging for permission or absolution.
The Antidote to Antisemitism
February 11, 2026
We are in command of our own destiny—and it’s not wrong to defend our sovereignty.
Thou Shall Not Covet: A Mantra for Mental Health
February 10, 2026
Envy is a completely unproductive, and even self-destructive, emotion.
In Praise of the Super Bowl Ad
February 10, 2026
The short-form film (calling it an advertisement would diminish both its art and its impact) offered an inspiring lesson about how to most effectively confront antisemitism.
A Call to Action
February 10, 2026
We teach young Jews to defend themselves and Israel before we teach them to love Jewish civilization. Because our priorities are inverted. Too many resources flow toward monitoring hate groups. It’s time for a change.
Building Dreams to Cure One’s Soul
February 10, 2026
How does one pick up the pieces after a close family member has been murdered in a terror attack or fallen in battle?
Lawrence Bender and Eran Riklis Honored at Opening Night of the 37th Israeli Film Festival
February 10, 2026
Nineteen visiting Israeli filmmakers and talent took to the stage in recognition of their films, which will be screened throughout the festival.
Outrage Is a Test
February 10, 2026
Are we moved to protect girls, or by the ease of condemning the correct villain?
University of Maryland’s SJP Chapter Introduces Fourth Anti-Israel Resolution of the Academic Year
February 10, 2026
SJP is urging UMD and the University System of Maryland Foundation to divest from and commit to not investing in arms-producing companies.
Who Cares About How Jews Look?
February 10, 2026
Even if we really are victims, it doesn’t help us to come across as victims. The minute we do that, we look like losers, we make things worse, and the haters win.
Did Bad Bunny’s Music Overcome His Politics?
February 9, 2026
I didn’t understand any of Bad Bunny’s words; I just saw on a large screen this explosion of Latin joy and around me lots of white people dancing.
Mystery, Love Story, Historical Drama: Review of ‘The Anatomy of Exile’ by Zeeva Bukai
February 8, 2026
In her debut book, Zeeva Bukai delves into the trauma of exile with elegance, passion, insight and sheer suspense.
A Jewish Goal Line Stand
February 7, 2026
Is this TV commercial, righteous, sentimental and well-intentioned though it might be, the right remedy for these times? Will it make a difference for the 66 percent of Jewish teenagers who claim to have been bullied by Jew-hating juveniles?
Bret Stephens on Building a Jewish Future: What He Nailed, What He Missed
February 7, 2026
Jew hatred or no Jew hatred, building a thriving Jewish future in America is the essential fight we must keep alive for the rest of this century.
Rabbis of LA | Rabbi Joshua Ratner: Leading Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center Out of the Ashes
February 6, 2026
First of two parts
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Notable people and events in the Jewish LA community.
What Does Faith Have to Do with Ethics?
February 6, 2026
One by one, the Ten Commandments teach us how we bring God into our daily lives. Each additional commandment encourages us to climb further up the ladder of faith.
Visions of Past and Future: A Review of “Zion Square”
February 6, 2026
Maxim D. Shrayer’s new poetry collection “Zion Square” contains the pain and dreams of a Jew with his heart in Israel, roots in Europe, and branches in the Unites States.